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AK54 BTO

2004 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1200cc

Black Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2004
FuelPetrol
Engine1200cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2004 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1200cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 9 (55% pass rate). It has 160,477 miles on the clock, averaging 11,935 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for AK54 BTO

MOT Status
Due date passed
160,477
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2007
55%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 9 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
11,935

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading160,477 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4
Average per year11,935
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AK54 BTO 32k64k96k128k160k '07'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage160,477 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage160,473 miles
Since last MOT+13,820 miles
PASS
Mileage146,653 miles
Since last MOT+133 miles
FAIL
Mileage146,520 miles
Since last MOT+15,746 miles
PASS
Mileage130,774 miles
Since last MOT+17,075 miles
PASS
Mileage113,699 miles
Since last MOT+15,309 miles
PASS
Mileage98,390 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage98,390 miles
Since last MOT+8,533 miles
PASS
Mileage89,857 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage89,857 miles
Since last MOT+11,812 miles
PASS
Mileage78,045 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage78,044 miles
Since last MOT+8,531 miles
PASS
Mileage69,513 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage69,513 miles
Since last MOT+9,998 miles
PASS
Mileage59,515 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,515 miles
Since last MOT+8,868 miles
PASS
Mileage50,647 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage50,647 miles
Since last MOT+9,735 miles
PASS
Mileage40,912 miles
Since last MOT+9,408 miles
FAIL
Mileage31,504 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Volkswagen Polo

These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Polo models (2002–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Engine-specific faults

Brake pad and disc wear:

Tyre wear and replacement:

Spark plug replacement:

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK54 BTO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1200cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeAK — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About AK54 BTO

What car is AK54 BTO?

AK54 BTO is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1200cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2004.

What is the mileage of AK54 BTO?

The last recorded mileage for AK54 BTO was 160,477 miles, recorded on 25 Jun 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AK54 BTO passed its MOT?

AK54 BTO has had 20 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (11 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 25 Jun 2018.

Is AK54 BTO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK54 BTO is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is AK54 BTO?

AK54 BTO is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.